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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Pharmacognosy
  • Integrative Medicine

Background:

  • Urolithiasis is a common and recurring urinary tract condition.
  • Traditional treatments have limitations, driving interest in alternative therapies.
  • Phytotherapy has a long history in managing kidney stones.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current trends in phytotherapy for urolithiasis.
  • To evaluate the role of herbal medicine as a complementary treatment.
  • To identify gaps in current research on phytotherapy for kidney stones.

Main Methods:

  • Narrative review of randomized human studies.
  • Data synthesis from electronic databases.
  • Focus on phytotherapy for urolithiasis prevention and management.

Main Results:

  • Phytotherapy use for urolithiasis is increasing, often alongside conventional treatments.
  • Herbal remedies show effectiveness in reducing stone size and aiding expulsion.
  • Significant questions remain regarding dosage, mechanisms, and optimal application.

Conclusions:

  • Phytotherapy shows potential as a complementary treatment for urolithiasis.
  • Further research is crucial to establish evidence-based guidelines.
  • Optimizing phytotherapy requires addressing unanswered questions on efficacy and safety.